Car theft suspect Chenui Salazar in custody

Aberdeen Police Department located and arrested 25 year-old suspect Chenui Salazar this afternoon in the 700 block East First Street.

Salazar is the suspect in two auto theft cases involving Honda Accords that include a vehicle collision at the end of a short pursuit with the police on Alder and 4th Streets this week. The first occurred last weekend and the second on Wednesday.

Salazar was arrested without incident. He was booked on outstanding felony warrants and will face new criminal charges stemming from the two recent vehicle thefts.

The Aberdeen Police Department would like to extend it’s appreciation to the public, for their assistance with Salazar’s apprehension.